The article defines an empire as a powerful nation governing diverse ethnic populations, often through military control and expansionist desires. Although classic empires have disappeared, elements of such structures persist in modern states, notably the United States, which exerts considerable global influence. It reviews historical context, illustrating how great empires, particularly those in Europe, have faced collapse due to internal strife and warfare. Notable examples include the Mongol Empire, known for stabilizing trade routes but ultimately fragmented due to conflict, and the British Empire, which remains influential today despite its historical decline.
Many of the largest empires in history originated in Europe. These empires eventually collapsed, typically as a result of internal strife and defeat in war.
The Mongol Empire was the largest contiguous land empire in history. It collapsed as internal conflict fragmented the country into smaller khanates.
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